There’s never a bad time of year to welcome a new pup into your home, but with kids now out of school, loads of folks are thinking about adopting or buying a dog right now.

What many don’t realize about picking the right pup, while it’s important to learn about a prospective companion animal, it’s just as vital to know yourself. By thinking about what you want and need in a canine companion, you’ll be better prepared when you try to find that perfect match. To help guide you, we created this handy infographic!

To view the full-size PDF, simply click on the image below. Be sure to print a copy to help inform your big decision!

Rebecca Forrest

6/21/2017 1:33:47 PM |

We can’t overemphasize how important it is to make very conscious and informed choices about dogs (and cats)—whether pedigreed or mixed breed. Far too many animals end up in shelters because the pet owners were impulsive and uninformed. I hope all breeders, shelters, and rescues take this decision very seriously and guide people to the best decision for them.